Ex-Chelsea defender John Terry confirms long-term ambition to become a manager

Friday, September 14, 2018 - 07:34 PM

John Terry has reiterated his ambition to become a manager after Chelsea head coach Maurizio Sarri expressed his willingness for the former captain to join his coaching staff.

No discussions have been held over the possibility of Terry returning “home” and it is Sarri’s understanding, from speaking to the 37-year-old earlier this month, that the defender is keen to continue playing for another season.

Terry is unlikely to be returning to Stamford Bridge, for now, but he is working with the academy players at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground as he seeks his coaching qualifications, with a long-term target in mind.

Speaking to Chelsea’s official app, The 5th Stand, Terry said: “Still undecided what I’m doing next. My end game is to be a manager and that’s what I’m working towards with the younger boys here.”

Terry left Stamford Bridge after 22 years’ service in June 2017. He made 717 appearances, 580 as captain and lifted 16 major trophies.

He joined Aston Villa on a one-year deal, leaving after they missed out on promotion to the Premier League.